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STD Testing in Macon, NC: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

In Warren County, North Carolina, reported chlamydia runs about 49% higher than the US average. If you live in Macon, North Carolina, and are wondering whether you have symptoms or just want peace of mind, you can choose between community and public clinics, which are often low-cost or free, and private labs, which tend to offer faster results and more flexible scheduling. Options below.

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STD testing near Macon, NC

6 testing options are listed for Macon, NC. The nearest, Warren County Health Department, is about 5.0 miles away. Compare community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.

How to read these listings

Listings tagged Community health center are federally funded health centers and rural clinics that treat everyone regardless of insurance or ability to pay: required to bill on a sliding fee scale and provide confidential care, and in many states minors may consent to their own STI testing. A Title X tag flags centers funded for confidential family-planning services; confirm current participation when you call.

Source: CMS FQHC & Rural Health Clinic enrollment files (data.cms.gov), refreshed quarterly. Title X status reflects the latest OPA grantee list.

Closest to you 5.0 miles

Warren County Health Department

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Warren County Health Department in Warrenton tests for HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, and hepatitis B on a sliding scale, and every STI test is free. Bacterial infections are treated same visit; appointments are required.

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Six Infections Tested, Two Labs On-Site

Beyond the four-infection core, Warren County Health Department runs herpes and hepatitis B testing through its own lab workflow. Both results come back through the same appointment, with STI treatment available the same day for any bacterial findings.

Spanish-Language Services, Fully Staffed

Spanish is a working clinical language at Warren County Health Department, not a backup option. That means counseling, exposure history, and treatment instructions are conducted directly in Spanish, keeping medical detail intact from the first question to the last.

Every Service Carries a Zero Balance

Warren County Health Department absorbs the full cost of STI testing across its panel (HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, and hepatitis B) with no charge attached to any service, regardless of insurance status or income documentation.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
544 West Ridgeway Street, Warrenton, NC 27589
Booking
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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Community health center 6.0 miles

Rural Health Group

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Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 89 reviews

Rural Health Group in Norlina requires an appointment, so scheduling ahead unlocks the full visit: the standard bacterial panel plus herpes and hepatitis testing, same-visit treatment for gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis, and sliding-scale fees on a tiered basis. With care available in Spanish.

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Herpes and Hepatitis Extend the Standard Panel

The testing menu at Rural Health Group runs past the standard four-infection screen to include herpes and hepatitis A, B, and C, plus TB. Each ordered and resulted within the same clinical encounter. That broader sweep means a single appointment produces a more complete picture of viral and bacterial exposure at once.

PrEP Is Prescribed and Managed On-Site

Many primary care offices acknowledge PrEP exists but send patients elsewhere to actually get it. Rural Health Group prescribes and manages PrEP directly, including PEP: meaning the medication, the baseline labs, and the follow-up monitoring all stay within the same practice rather than bouncing across providers.

Clinical Services Run Fully in Spanish

Rural Health Group delivers its full scope of STI care (testing, counseling, treatment, and prevention planning) in Spanish. That capability runs through every clinical touchpoint, so the conversation about dosing, follow-up intervals, and prevention options happens without reduction or delay.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale PrEP
Address
110 Division Street, Norlina, NC 27563
Booking
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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Labcorp

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Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 30 reviews
Address
204 East Ferrell Street, South Hill, VA 23970 20.4 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Quest Diagnostics

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Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 65 reviews
Address
804 English Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 34.7 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Labcorp

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Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 108 reviews
Address
11009 Ingleside Place, Raleigh, NC 27614 42.5 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Labcorp

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Rated 2.4 out of 5 from 122 reviews
Address
10831 Forest Pines Drive, Raleigh, NC 27614 42.8 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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When can I test? Exposure-window calculator

Testing too soon can miss an infection. Enter the date of possible exposure to see the earliest a test can reliably detect each STI.

Detection windows for every STI
Infection Earliest reliable test Conclusive after
Chlamydia 7 days after exposure 14 days after exposure
Gonorrhea 7 days after exposure 14 days after exposure
Trichomoniasis 7 days after exposure 28 days after exposure
HIV (NAT / RNA) 10 days after exposure 33 days after exposure
HIV (4th-gen Ag/Ab) 18 days after exposure 45 days after exposure
HIV (antibody) 21 days after exposure 84 days after exposure
Syphilis 21 days after exposure 42 days after exposure
Hepatitis B 21 days after exposure 42 days after exposure
Hepatitis C 56 days after exposure 77 days after exposure
Herpes (HSV) 28 days after exposure 112 days after exposure

Guidance only, confirm timing with a clinician. A negative result before the conclusive date may need a repeat test.

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What will it cost? Estimate your STD test

Typical out-of-pocket ranges by option, actual cost depends on which tests you need.

  • Public / community clinic

    Free HIV testing is common

    $0–$25

  • Private lab (self-pay)

    Never billed to insurance

    $24–$200

  • At-home kit

    Mailed to your door, private

    From $49

  • Doctor / urgent care

    Often $0 preventive with insurance

    $0–$50 copay

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More ways to get tested in Macon, NC

Beyond the dedicated testing centers above: at-home kits by mail, hospital labs certified for STI testing, local clinicians who can order a panel during a regular visit, pharmacies for self-test kits and prescriptions, and online PrEP & treatment.

Test from home

At-home STD testing in Macon, NC

The nearest testing center is about 5 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Macon, you collect the sample privately, and mail it back to a CLIA-certified lab. Results come online in days, with a clinician available if anything is positive. Same labs as a clinic, no waiting room, and you can read how accurate at-home STD tests are before you order.

Want a free option first? The CDC-supported TakeMeHome (opens in a new tab) program mails free at-home HIV self-test kits, and, in many areas, free STI kits, to your door, with no insurance or payment needed. The paid kits below add broader panels and faster turnaround.

Every kit uses CLIA-certified labs. At-home testing is for screening; a reactive result should be confirmed and treated by a clinician. Prices and panels shown are illustrative and change often, confirm current details on the provider's site.

Local clinicians

Clinicians near Macon, NC who may help arrange STD testing

Beyond dedicated clinics, 112 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Macon. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 22 offer telehealth.

  • Francis Aniekwensi, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 816 US Hwy 158, Warrenton

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  • Demaura Russell, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 546 West Ridgeway Street, Warrenton

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  • Ana Rivero Gutierrez, MD Telehealth

    Internal medicine · 864 US Hwy 158 Business West, Warrenton

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  • Paul Bailey, MD

    Family medicine · 9782 Hwy 903, Bracey

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  • Kenneth Robert, MD

    Family medicine · 210 Smith Church Road, Roanoke Rapids

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  • Chidebe Udeozo, MD

    Family medicine · 220 Smith Church Road, Roanoke Rapids

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These are registry-listed clinicians, not dedicated STD-testing clinics. CMS records do not independently verify current licensure, testing services, availability, price, or new-patient status. Confirm each detail before booking. Source: CMS Doctors & Clinicians.

Nearby pharmacies

Pharmacies near Macon, NC

No pharmacy near Macon, NC publishes an STD-related service or holds a current CLIA testing certificate, so these are simply the closest. Contact a location directly to confirm counter hours, services, prices, and availability before visiting.

  • Walgreens 4.8 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Kerr Drug

    4.8 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Futrell Pharmacy of Warrenton

    4.9 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Hunter Drug Company

    4.9 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 4 closest pharmacies to Macon, NC.

Directory records identify nearby pharmacies. Service, stock, price, and hours information is shown only when supported by current location-specific evidence.

Prevention & treatment

PrEP, prevention & online treatment

Testing is one step. For residents of Macon, telehealth covers the rest: HIV-prevention medication (PrEP) and DoxyPEP to lower future risk, and discreet online treatment if a result comes back positive. All prescribed by licensed U.S. clinicians.

Pricing varies by insurance and changes often, confirm on the provider's site. These services are not a substitute for emergency care.

STD stats & rates

STDs & HIV in Warren County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Warren County, the county that includes Macon, compare with North Carolina and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~29% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#25 of 100 North Carolina counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 75% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Warren County vs North Carolina vs U.S.

Warren County North Carolina U.S. ▲▼ = Warren County vs the state average
Infection Warren County North Carolina United States
Chlamydia
732.6 138 cases ▲ 21%
607.9 492.2
Gonorrhea
260.1 49 cases ▲ 7%
243.2 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
15.9 3 cases ▼ 20%
19.9 15.8
Syphilis (early)
5.3 1 cases ▼ 66%
15.8 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
21.2 4 cases ▼ 12%
24 29.5

Rates per 100,000 population, 2023. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county, state & U.S., all-ages basis). Population figures: U.S. Census Bureau ACS. These figures are the latest available surveillance estimates. Bars are scaled to the highest rate shown.

Reading these numbers: reported case rates only count infections that were actually tested for and diagnosed, so they track local screening effort as much as true spread: a higher rate can reflect more testing, a lower one less. Either way, most STIs cause no symptoms, so treat the figures above as context rather than a verdict, and test on the CDC's schedule regardless of how your area looks.

Reported STD rates in Warren County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 1% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 375 750 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Warren County, chlamydia has risen from 504.2 to 732.6 per 100,000 (45%), gonorrhea has fallen from 337.9 to 260.1 per 100,000 (23%), and P&S syphilis has fallen from 16.1 to 15.9 per 100,000 (1%).

The 2020 dip reflects reduced pandemic-era screening, not lower transmission. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county, state & U.S., all-ages basis).

Community health context

What shapes testing access in and around Macon, NC

Adults uninsured
9.8%
No routine checkup
14.9%
No transportation
9.9%
Binge drinking
10.8%
Frequent mental distress
15.5%
Depression
22.4%
Below poverty line
14.9%
Primary-care ratio
18,762 : 1
Warren County
  • Primary-care shortage score 22 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 30.4
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 99th percentile nationally

Sources: CDC PLACES (ZIP), County Health Rankings, CDC/ATSDR SVI, HRSA HPSA, HRSA MUA/P, Neighborhood Atlas ADI. Lower insurance coverage, fewer routine checkups, and a thin primary-care ratio all raise the value of low-cost public clinics and at-home testing in Warren County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Warren County (2023)

People living with HIV
472 / 100k
PrEP users / 100k
188

Warren County HIV care continuum (2022)

Warren County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2022), against 15.1 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Warren County residents living with HIV, 94.7% are in care · 84.2% are virally suppressed. Early, routine testing is what moves these numbers: it is the entry point to PrEP, treatment, and viral suppression.

Sources: AIDSVu (Emory/Gilead) · CDC AHEAD · CDC AtlasPlus · CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county care continuum). The CDC recommends everyone aged 13–64 test for HIV at least once: every lab and clinic listed above offers HIV testing, and free rapid HIV testing is available at a local health department.

Pregnant or planning to be?

Congenital syphilis is the fastest-rising STI: what to test, and when

Congenital syphilis, passed from parent to baby in pregnancy, is the fastest-rising STI in the country. U.S. cases climbed from 2,163 in 2020 to 3,882 in 2023. It is almost entirely preventable: the CDC recommends a syphilis test at the first prenatal visit, and every clinic and lab listed for Warren County tests for syphilis.

Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus, 2023 (county-level congenital syphilis is not published).

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About Macon, NC

A trip to Rotary Park on a Saturday morning, or a quick errand along US 158, is part of the rhythm of life in Macon. That same practical mindset (knowing where to go, what to expect) applies when someone decides to get tested for STIs. The clinics and health services listed on this page bring that same straightforwardness to a health decision that matters: testing without fanfare, results kept between you and your provider, no assumptions made about who walks through the door. Young adults in Macon (those navigating early careers, education, relationships, or simply living on their own terms) often find themselves at a point where routine screening becomes part of responsible self-care. Testing here isn't framed as crisis management or shame; it's a check-in, the same way you'd visit for any other health concern.

Confidentiality isn't negotiable; it's the baseline. Finding a clinic in and around Macon that fits your schedule and comfort level matters. Whether you prefer a familiar local provider or need flexibility in how you access care, the services available reflect the fact that people in Macon have varied needs and circumstances. Getting tested is straightforward once you know where to start.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Macon, NC

Walkability 3.83 / 20 · Least walkable

At 3.83/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Macon generally mean driving: plan on a car or rideshare to reach a clinic, and check each listing's hours and phone before you go.

Source: EPA National Walkability Index 2021.

Map of 6 STD & STI testing locations in Macon, North Carolina, EasySTD

ZIP 27551 snapshot

Residents
1,888
Median age
52.1
Median income
$77,778

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 27551 area around Macon: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Macon alone.

Macon sits in Warren County, ZIP 27551. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Rotary Park

Major routes

  • US 158 (Main Street)

Reference

STD testing in Macon, NC: screening, costs & privacy

Everything to know before you test in Warren County: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under North Carolina law. If you have symptoms right now, our confidential symptom checker maps them to the tests worth considering.

Who should test, and when

CDC screening schedule + each infection's detection window

Who should get tested, and how often

Based on current CDC screening recommendations.

GroupTestsHow often
Everyone aged 13–64 HIV At least once
Sexually active women under 25 Chlamydia, gonorrhea Every year
Women 25+ with new or multiple partners Chlamydia, gonorrhea Every year
Pregnant people HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B & C, chlamydia Early in pregnancy
Gay & bisexual men (MSM) Chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV Every 3–6 months
Anyone who shares injection equipment HIV, hepatitis B & C At least yearly
All adults at least once Hepatitis C At least once

When to test: STD detection windows

Testing too early can return a false negative, confirm timing with a Macon-area provider.

InfectionEarliest reliable testSample
Chlamydia 1–2 weeks Urine or swab
Gonorrhea 1–2 weeks Urine or swab
Trichomoniasis 1–4 weeks Urine or swab
HIV (NAT / RNA) 10–33 days Blood
HIV (4th-gen Ag/Ab) 18–45 days Blood
HIV (antibody) 3–12 weeks Blood / oral
Syphilis 3–6 weeks Blood
Hepatitis B 3–6 weeks Blood
Hepatitis C 8–11 weeks Blood
Herpes (HSV) 4–16 weeks (antibody); swab a sore Blood / swab
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What each STD test costs

Medicare reference prices per lab test, a benchmark before you pay out of pocket

These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the community health centers serving Macon often test free or on a sliding scale; private labs and at-home kits bundle several tests into one fee. Use this as a per-test benchmark before you pay out of pocket, or see the full guide to STD test costs for insurance, free, and at-home options.

TestReference priceCPT / HCPCS
Chlamydia (NAAT) $47.80 87491
Gonorrhea (NAAT) $47.80 87591
Trichomoniasis (NAAT) $47.76 87661
HIV-1/2 antigen/antibody $26.87 87389
HIV-1/2 antibody $22.44 86703
Syphilis (RPR/VDRL) $5.61 86592
Syphilis (treponemal antibody) $17.49 86780
Herpes (HSV NAAT) $47.76 87529
Hepatitis B surface antigen $15.33 87340
Hepatitis C antibody $29.16 86803

Source: Medicare Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule, CMS, 2025 rates (data.cms.gov). Reference rate for the lab assay only: a clinic visit, sample collection, or a bundled multi-test panel may cost more. Medicaid and most insurers cover STD screening at no out-of-pocket cost.

Confidentiality & consent in North Carolina

Minor consent and partner treatment (EPT) under state law, plus how to test privately

Two things that actually depend on North Carolina law: who can consent, and whether partners can be treated without their own visit. Everything else about testing privately is the same nationwide (see below).

Can a minor consent on their own?

In North Carolina, a minor of any age can consent to confidential STI testing and treatment on their own, no parental permission is required.

Can my partner be treated too? (EPT)

North Carolina permits Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT): if you test positive for chlamydia or gonorrhea, your provider can give you medication (or a prescription) to pass to your partner, no separate exam or appointment needed for them.

Keeping a test private works the same in every state. Whether an STD test shows on insurance (the EOB), how to test anonymously, and self-pay options that leave no insurance trail don’t change by location.

Learn more about confidential STD testing in North Carolina

Source: Guttmacher Institute, Minors' Access to STI Services; CDC, Legal Status of Expedited Partner Therapy. General information, not legal advice.

Good to Know

STD testing FAQs for Macon, NC

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

How many places can I test near Macon, NC?

There are 3 options within a 30-mile drive.

Does insurance cover STD testing near Macon, NC?

Usually yes, it can be billed to insurance, or paid out of pocket at a flat rate.

Can I get tested in Macon, NC without insurance?

Public clinics serve people without insurance, often on a sliding scale.

What's included in a full panel near Macon, NC?

A full panel typically covers chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, and hepatitis B and C.

How common is chlamydia in Warren County?

Warren County reported ~733 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, above the North Carolina average.

Can someone under 18 get tested in North Carolina without a parent?

In North Carolina, people under 18 can consent to confidential STD testing and treatment on their own.

Can I get PrEP near Macon, NC?

Yes, PrEP, a daily pill that helps prevent HIV in HIV-negative people, is available in the area.

How is chlamydia tested near Macon, NC?

Chlamydia is checked with a simple urine sample or a swab; lab results usually come back in a day or two.

How do at-home STD kits work near Macon, NC?

A kit ships to your address; you collect a urine, swab, or finger-stick sample, mail it to the lab, and get results online in a few days.

What happens after a positive result?

Get treated, notify partners, pause sex until cleared, and follow up, the infection is manageable.

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